Peruvian Hit Song "Hay Niveles" Entangled in a Royalties Battle

Peruvian Song "Hay Niveles" Sparks Royalty Dispute: Songwriter Cedes Rights, Causing Conflict LIMA, PERU – A dispute over royalties for the hit Peruvian song "Hay Niveles" has erupted, pitting songwriter Carlos against singer Leslie Shaw and another artist claiming authorship. The controversy came to light after a video interview with Carlos, aired by ATV.PE, revealed that he had given a significant portion of the song's royalties to Shaw. "I ceded a percentage of the rights to Leslie," Carlos stated in the interview. "I thought it was the right thing to do at the time, but now there are complications." The situation is further complicated by Elvia Abril, a folk singer who also claims authorship of the song. The conflict involves multiple contracts and conflicting claims of ownership. The situation has sparked a debate about copyright law and the challenges faced by artists in protecting their work. The case highlights the complexities of musical collaborations and the importance of clear agreements. This controversy underscores the need for greater transparency and protection for songwriters and artists in the Peruvian music industry.